May 31, 1995 Westbrook School Superintendent Edward F. Connolly has been on medical leave since January and is expected to continue so until his retirement is official on July 22. His place has been taken by Assistant Superintendent Robert Hall, who has been named interim superintendent for the 1995-96 school year. Hall said Connolly had […]
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Maine Bicentennial: Westbrook
In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, the American Journal is featuring historical highlights from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.
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Virtual Arts Calendar: May 21
Memorial Day City of Westbrook Memorial Day Tribute, 10-10:30 a.m. Visit the city’s Facebook page for the Facebook Live stream or Zoom information. Music Live @ 212, view past shows on YouTube. Visit the Westbrook venue’s Facebook page for a direct link. Virtual Quill Open Mics, 7 p.m., Fridays through May 22 via Zoom. Performers […]
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Westbrook Notes: May 21
Calpine gives $25K to MPTC My Place Teen Center has received a $25,000 gift from Calpine Corp., the owner of Westbrook Energy Center. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the teen center, a Westbrook-based organization serving kids ages 10-18, has switched from its usual programming to provide a daily mobile food pantry for anyone in the community. […]
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Looking Back: May 21
May 24, 1995 Students at Gorham High School recently got together and raised $684 for the Oklahoma City relief fund and are challenging other area high schools to match their total. On April 19, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was destroyed by a bomb and 168 people died and more than […]
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Gorham Notes: May 21
Ready for Memorial Day Red Cross blood drives The American Red Cross is providing three upcoming blood donation opportunities in Gorham. They are noon to 5 p.m. Friday, May 22, at Cressey Road United Methodist Church, 81 Cressey Road; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 23, Robie Gym, South Street; and 1-6 p.m., May […]
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Westbrook Notes: May 14
WPD honors Chase Westbrook Police Department recently presented John Chase with its Good Citizen Award. Chase, a retired Westbrook officer and owner of Chase Custom Homes and Finance in Westbrook, has for the past two years donated space for police canine teams and critical tactical training, a company press release said. The vacant properties are […]
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Buxton Notes: May 14
Recreation opening The Buxton Recreation Department is looking for a recreation programmer. The complete job description can be found at buxtonrec.com under “General Info.” Applications and general inquiries can be directed to Nicole Welch, recreation director, at recdirbuxton@sacoriver.net. Kindergarten sign-up SAD 6 is accepting kindergarten registrations for the 2020/2021 school year. For more information, call […]
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Gorham Notes: May 14
Bear watch The Gorham Police Department has warned residents not to approach bears after several callers reported spotting one in the Lawn and Sunset avenues area May 9. “When natural foods are scarce, especially in the spring or dry summers, bears will venture into backyards and fields in search of easily accessible food such as […]
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Maine Bicentennial: Gorham
In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, the American Journal is featuring historical highlights from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.